Director of Part-time MBA Programs•

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Locations:

Albany, NY Posted:

Sep 2, 2026

Closes:

Sep 16, 2026•11:59

PM EDT Type:

Full-time Ref. No.: WF260074p

Position ID:

204370 Share About University at

Albany:

The University at Albany is a Carnegie-classified Research 1 institution driven by academic excellence, pioneering research and scientific discovery, and service to community. UAlbany's world-class faculty experts and approximately 17,500 students are creating new knowledge in fields such as artificial intelligence, semiconductor engineering, atmospheric and environmental sciences, cybersecurity, public health, public administration and social welfare while deepening our understanding of our world through scholarship and creative activity in the social sciences and humanities. As one of the most diverse public research institutions in the nation, the University is a national leader in public engagement, educational equity and social mobility. For over 180 years, UAlbany has molded bright, curious and engaged students and launched them toward success. Located in Albany, New York, New York State's capital, the University is convenient to Boston, New York City, and the Adirondacks.

Job Description:

The University at Albany seeks an accomplished higher education professional to serve as Director of Part-time MBA Programs for the Massry School of Business. The Director will serve as the primary administrator for the Part-Time Weekend MBA for Executives ? managing its admissions, scheduling, budget, alumni relations, and operations ? while also providing supporting recruitment, retention, and engagement efforts across the School's broader part-time MBA portfolio, including the Evening MBA and online MBA. The Director will lead recruiting, admissions, advisement, retention, and alumni relations for the Part-Time Weekend MBA for Executives Program, and extend recruiting and employer-relations support to the Evening and online MBA programs.

Primary Responsibilities:

Serve as the primary administrator for the Part-Time Weekend MBA for Executives, overseeing admissions, academic advisement, class scheduling, budget and financial tracking, alumni relations, and the program's biennial international trip. Develop and execute recruitment strategies across all Part-Time MBA programs; represent the programs at recruiting events, information sessions, and yield activities, and respond to prospective student inquiries. Build and maintain relationships with local and regional businesses, government agencies, and alumni to establish a pipeline of prospective students across all part-time programs and identify potential program instructors; visit companies to host tabling events and presentations and pursue collaborative recruitment opportunities across campus. Work with Massry's Manager of Communications and Marketing on program web content, social media, and CRM-based email campaigns; regularly review Slate prospects and compile recruitment activity reports for the Assistant Dean for Graduate Programs. Administer the admissions process for the Weekend MBA for Executives, including application review, faculty coordination, candidate interviews, and communication of admission decisions. Serve as the primary point of contact and academic advisor for Weekend MBA for Executives students; support retention by monitoring academic progress, addressing probationary status, and working with at-risk students; plan orientations and manage official student communications (incorporating EAB). Conduct degree audits and clearance reviews for the Weekend MBA for Executives, and manage information flow to campus offices on registration, billing, graduation, and student records across all part-time programs. Reestablish and support the Weekend MBA for Executives Alumni Board; host alumni/student networking events, including the annual Weekend MBA for Executives alumni networking event, to support alumni engagement and recruitment goals. Coordinate the annual Evening MBA Research Forum. Other reasonable duties as assigned

Functional and Supervisory Relationships:

Reports to:

Assistant Dean of Graduate Programs Job Requirements:

Demonstrated ability to build and run recruitment campaigns, including employer outreach. Strong written and oral communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to represent the School to external constituents, including employers, alumni, and the local business community. Familiarity with Slate, EAB, and/or Handshake, or comparable CRM and recruitment platforms. Applicants must demonstrate an ability to develop inclusive and equitable relationships within our diverse campus community. Applicants must demonstrate an ability to support diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and belonging relative to their role.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs Administration, Business Administration, or a related field. from a college or University accredited by the US Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization. 5+ years of full-time, post-graduate professional experience in higher education administration, business/corporate environments, or a combination of both. Experience advising, counseling, and developing programs for college/graduate students.

Preferred Qualifications:

7+ years of full-time, post-graduate professional experience in higher education administration, business/corporate environments, or a combination of both. Experience working with working professionals, executive-level students, or adult learners in a graduate or professional program setting. Experience building relationships with corporate recruiters, hiring managers, or employer partners in a career services or talent acquisition context.

Working Environment:

Typical office environment Ability to work evenings and weekends to accommodate the schedule and needs of the Part-Time Weekend MBA for Executives program.

Additional Information:

This is a promotional opportunity for current UAlbany employees. Eligibility for

Consideration :

You must be employed at the University at Albany campus. You must be in a State-funded UUP professional position (MC employees are not eligible). You must have a permanent, term, or probationary appointment. Only temporary employees employed by UAlbany for three or more consecutive years can be considered eligible. For details concerning the University's Promotion Policy for Professional Employees, please see HR Memorandum 88-4 .

Professional Rank and Salary Grade:

Staff Associate, SL4, $75,000-85,000.

Special Note:

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements. Additionally, please note that UAlbany is not an E-Verify employer. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, without exception, prepare, publish and distribute an Annual Security Report. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University's crime statistics for the past three years; and disclosures regarding the University's current campus security policies. The University at Albany's Annual Security Report is available in portable document format [PDF] by clicking this link http://police.albany.edu/ASR.shtml Pursuant to New York Labor Law §194-a, the University will not seek, request, or rely upon an applicant's wage or salary history in determining whether to interview, hire, or establish compensation for an applicant. Applicants are not required to provide wage or salary history information as a condition of employment consideration. Salary history may only be verified in the limited circumstances permitted by law.

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Applicants MUST submit the following documents: Resume Cover letter stating all the required minimum qualifications and any of the applicable preferred qualifications List of 3 professional references with e-mail addresses and telephone numbers

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